Hello everybody! I finally chose the pairing: It'll be a double pairing for Perseus, so one M/M and one M/F. I already chose Jason for the M/M, but I put a POLL for the female partner of Perseus x) I decided this so all readers can appreciate the story, and I'll put warnings for HET scenes and HOMO scenes xD So please, don't freak out, and don't complain about it. I don't see why Perseus can't be with a male and a female x) Just vote for the female in the Poll. You can either vote on this story or on my profile x)
August 18, 1996
It had been two years since Perseus Jackson lived with the goddess Lupa and her pack. Despite his young age, the toddler had changed. He now sported a tuft of jet-black, very silky hair, and above all, he already knew how to walk perfectly, having already learned to speak. Nobody really knew how he managed to learn to speak correctly. Neptune supposed that Aphrodite's blessing or Lupa's breastfeeding as a goddess had slightly improved Perseus' intellectual abilities. In any case, this little one could now speak without too much difficulty, something quite incredible at his age.
Lupa really enjoyed living with Perseus, whom she now considered her son. She kept telling him stories about Rome and the Empire, Romulus and Remus and the gods. Often, when she told these stories, Triton came to visit him to add some anecdotes and especially, to say more about the Ocean and Atlantis to his little brother. At first, Perseus had a hard time understanding why he was living with Lupa and not with his biological brother and father and his other mother-in-law. Triton and Salacia had great difficulty in making him understand the importance of the laws, but eventually gave up, surely Perseus was too young to understand the aspect of the laws and limits. In any case, Triton was not the only one who liked to visit Perseus, and that's how Salacia came from time to time to play with him, cuddle him, and most importantly, to breastfeed alongside Lupa. Indeed, it is necessary to know that when a goddess breastfeeds a mortal child or demi-god, it transmits to him a part of their divine powers, and especially, adopts him by the maternal link. This is how Hercules gained his legendary strength by drinking Juno's milk, allowing him to defeat the Nemean Lion.
As for him, Neptune visited twice a month, unable to afford to do so very often, being wary of his brothers, knowing full well that they would not hesitate to kill him, well, Jupiter that he know for sure. He did not know what to think of Pluto, the latter having never had a grudge against him. He had noticed the immense power of Perseus, and was very amused when he managed to bring up a river from his bed to sprinkle the pack that had begun to bicker between them. One thing was certain, his son was very powerful, much more than any child he ever had. Finally, another goddess amused herself by visiting her little protégé from time to time. Venus came about once a month to observe Perseus' progress, to see how he grew up, and most importantly, to bring him tons of clothes. Venus had made Perseus his living little doll, and the most amusing thing was that the child was perfectly okay with it. They often wondered if it was because of the blessing of Venus, or simply natural. Surprisingly, it was Salacia who answered this question, pointing out to Neptune and Triton that they had no sense of style, Neptune making her understand that he, at least, had a much better sense of fashion than his alter ego, Poseidon. Indeed, unlike his alter ego who always wore a Hawaiian shirt and shorts, Neptune was either in a medal-decorated Admiral's outfit, or in Roman orichalcum and imperial gold armor, with long blue night cape and a pair of calligae.
In any case, Perseus had a lot of fun with his family at the Wolf House, but it was on his birthday that his life changed dramatically. While Perseus was quietly having fun with the pack cubs near his mother-wolf, an amazing event occurred. In a flash of light, a woman dressed in a long black dress appeared, with a veil covering her hair and a long scepter adorned with a lotus flower at the top. Beside him stood a little blond boy with blue eyes, two years old, a few months younger than Perseus. Lupa immediately grabbed Perseus to place him in his arms, sending a telepathic message to Neptune to warn him of the arrival of the Queen of Olympus. In just a few seconds, Juno was surrounded by Neptune, Triton, Salacia and Venus, all wary of the presence of the queen, who was completely shocked by this course of events. She, who had simply planned to entrust to Lupa her husband's bastard, her champion, to raise him, is now surrounded by several gods with hostile intentions. No words were spoken, the situation was terribly tense, but it was then that Jason went to Perseus in Lupa's arms, having noticed that he was the only child of his age. In doing so, he unwittingly directed Juno's attention to the child in the goddess-wolf's arms.
"Juno, what are you doing here? Neptune asked at once suspiciously.
-Neptune ... I did not plan to see you. How does it concern you? Juno said, raising an eyebrow haughtily.
-Does it concern the child I see in the arms of Lupa?" The goddess rebuked.
At these words, Neptune summoned his trident and pointed it directly to the goddess's throat without any hesitation. Even before Juno could retaliate, Triton also pointed his trident to the goddess, while Salacia remained slightly apart, not having summoned her trident, but still wearing her green battle armor. For her part, Venus looked at the situation and immediately approached Lupa to protect Perseus, noting the presence of Jason.
"I hope for you that you did not come to take my son, or I can assure you that it will be war. Neptune muttered, Triton nodding.
-I did not know you had a son, Neptune. But it doesn't matter, I'm not here for him, so you can lower your weapons. Asked the Queen of Olympus.
-Not before you swear on the Styx not to reveal the existence of my son, Perseus, to the other gods, and especially to my brother. Neptune demanded while approaching his trident a little more to the goddess's jugular.
-Very well! I swear on the Styx to never reveal the existence of Perseus, son of Neptune to anyone without his prior permission." Swore the Goddess, while the sky thundered far away.
Satisfied with Juno's response, Neptune and Triton lowered their weapons, reassuring the Queen Olympian. At least now she was sure she would not die.
"Now, can you explain the reason for your presence? Asked the God of the Oceans in a tone without appeal.
-I came here with Jason Grace, my husband's bastard, so Lupa could raise him. The Goddess explained, shocking the gods present.
-I see, so he's the second child of my brother. And why did you take him here? Neptune asked suspiciously.
-Very simple, I decided to make him my Champion, after all that Jupiter did to me, I do not see better compensation than to make one of his children my champion, he owes it to me. And tell me, why did you take your son here, Neptune? Asked Juno in turn.
-For the same reason as you, for Lupa to raise him. However, unlike Jason, Perseus was adopted by Lupa and Salacia. Replied the god, with the tone filled with pride, shocking the goddess of marriage.
-I wish to point out that Perseus is also my champion, Juno, and I strongly advise you not to attack him, if you do not want to suffer my anger. Then added Venus who had stood back until then.
-I see. So Lupa, can you raise Jason and make him a Roman worthy of the name? Asked the Queen, putting aside in her head the information revealed by Venus.
-I can, and that will make a companion for my son. Honestly answered Lupa, who had dropped Perseus on the ground to join Jason.
-Very good. I'll be back in a few years, when he's old enough to give him a weapon. Do not disappoint me, Lupa." Then said the goddess before disappearing in a flash of light without waiting, which annoyed Neptune.
"Something tells me she's up to something. Then exclaimed Triton.
-I think so too, my son. Juno is very cunning, and I know she's planning something. However, we cannot do anything about it, at least not for the moment. Replied Neptune thoughtfully
-Please my love, do not pout. Do not forget what day we are! Said Salacia while hugging Neptune.
-You are right! After all, it's Perseus's birthday today! Neptune replied cheerfully, catching an amused look of Triton and Venus.
-Yeah! I'll be the first to give gifts to my Champion!" The goddess of love almost shrieked as she jumped on the spot, which greatly amused everyone present. With a gesture of hand, Venus summoned several gifts around Perseus and Jason, which delighted the first and intrigued the second. Perseus immediately began unpacking his presents with Lupa's help, while Jason stayed slightly away, not knowing what to do. The decision was made in his place when Perseus came to pick him up to take him with him near the presents. Soon, the gifts were revealed, and clothes by tons were revealed. Neptune could not help but laugh at the banality of the presents.
«Do not laugh Neptune! All these clothes were specially sewn for Perseus by one of my descendants in France, Yves Saint-Laurent!" Exclaimed the goddess of love, which made the god of the oceans redoubled in laughter.
After a few minutes, and after having put aside the clothes, it was the turn of Triton and Salacia to present their presents, which, to the delight of those present, were stuffed toys in the image of the family, attracting by the way a shout of joy from Perseus, the latter deciding to share his gifts with Jason, who was just as happy. Strangely, Jason was quite attached to the Perseus-like stuffed toy, to Venus' biggest amusement.
Finally, it was Neptune's turn, Lupa having already offered her gift earlier, a small wooden sword. Neptune decided to present his son a blue mini-trident with rubber on the tips to prevent him from getting hurt. Triton rolled on the floor so much he was amused by his father's gift, while Salacia laughed to her heart's content.
"And you dare say that my gifts are not original?" Then exclaimed with a mocking smile Venus, making Neptune blush.
After several hours of fun, the gods eventually left, leaving Perseus, Jason and Lupa alone with the pack. The latter immediately decided to take care of the two demi-gods, wondering in what trouble she had crammed into agreeing to deal with Jason in addition to Perseus.
"If it continues, I will have to open an orphanage!" Lupa thought, smiling slightly at the sight of Perseus and Jason sleeping together.
POLL HET:
Reyna
Piper
Hazel
Bianca
Thalia
Venus
Junon
Minerva
